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The best dashcams you can buy in South Africa

April 2, 2017 by Editor/Archivist

Dashcams have become a popular car accessory among drivers and can prove invaluable in an accident or robbery.

 

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The dashboard-mounted cameras can be powered by a USB charger or connected directly to your car’s electronics, and usually have a few minutes of standalone battery life.

Dashcams record constantly, overwriting previous recordings in a continuous loop – unless they are interrupted, for example, by an accident.

Using a built-in G-sensor, dashcams can automatically save a video of an accident and will not overwrite the data with further recording.

This makes them extremely useful for insurance purposes and providing evidence in road accidents.

An important factor to consider when purchasing a dashcam is resolution and recording quality, as this could be crucial in identifying events or objects surrounding an incident.

Below are some of the best-rated dashcams you can buy in South Africa.

Transcend DrivePro 220 – R2,999

1080p recording
2.4-inch LCD display
GPS receiver, G-Sensor
Snapshots
Looped recording
Drive assist
16GB MicroSD card
Transcend Drive Pro 220

Auto-Vox D1 Dash Cam – R2,880

1080p recording
2.7-inch LCD display
Looped recording
G-Sensor
Snapshots
32GB MicroSD card
Auto Vox

Garmin Dash Cam 30 – R2,799

1080p recording
1.4-inch LCD display
Snapshots
G-Sensor
Looped recording
4GB MicroSD card
Garmin Dash Cam 30

Papago P3 – R2,399

1080p recording
2.4-inch LCD display
G-Sensor, GPS receiver
Looped recording
Drive Assist
MicroSD card not included
Papago

Mini 0805 – R1,896

2,304 x 1,296 recording
1.5-inch TFT display
G-Sensor, GPS receiver
Looped recording
Drive Assist
MicroSD card not included
Mini 0805

EagleEye V2+ – R1,695

1080p recording
2.7-inch LCD display
G-Sensor, GPS receiver
Looped recording
MicroSD card not included
EagleEye v2

Transcend DrivePro 100 – R1,538

1080p recording
2.4-inch LCD display
Looped recording
Snapshots
G-Sensor
16GB MicroSD card
Transcend Drive Pro 100

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Best cameras for travellers? Check out the fab five

November 7, 2016 by Editor/Archivist

 6 November 2016
By Tom Samiljan

New York – For travellers who are serious about their photos, smartphone snaps just don’t cut it – no matter how good the latest iPhone camera may be.

It’s almost always worth lugging around a proper camera if you’re heading out on a trip-of-a-lifetime, whether it’s on safari or to Machu Picchu. Here are five new releases that’ll elevate your vacation photos, whether you’re a total novice or a professional shutterbug.

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Fit for adventurers

The reasons for bringing along a dedicated pocket camera are few and far between these days – unless, of course, it’s rugged and waterproof, like the compact Fujifilm XP90 ($200). How else are you going to get those one-of-a-kind underwater shots while snorkelling in the Andaman Islands? You’ll also feel comfortable using it on boats, pool decks, and in other splash-prone places. The list of benefits goes on: It’s stylish and lightweight, and although it’s affordable, it’s also practically indestructible. It’ll survive drops of up to 5.8 feet and can plunge to depths of 50 feet.

The tiny powerhouse

If you want a camera that’ll fit unobtrusively in your pocket (or clutch), but want more power and capability than any smartphone provides, go for the Lumix by Panasonic ($700). It has an F1.4-2.8 24-72mm Leica lens, a 1.4 aperture that’s great for low-light shots, and a 1-inch sensor that’s almost twice as big as the iPhone 7’s. It’s that sensor that makes the biggest difference: It lets in and processes enough light to deliver clean, clear, and natural-looking images from candlelit dinners and strobe-lit dance floors alike.

Pro tip: When you’re shooting 4K video footage, use the Post Focus feature to extract still images from your flick, retroactively change the focus of a shot, or merge similar images together to create the perfect frame.

Style and substance

This slim, mirrorless update of a classic 1960s camera features retro design touches – metal dials and controls, leather grain, a separate viewfinder – that belie the digital smarts within. Among them are an ultrafast autofocus, 5-axis image stabilisation, and a fully swivelling touchscreen, all meant to help you nail those easy-to-miss shots. (Whether that means lions on the prowl in Botswana or celeb sightings in Hollywood is up to you.)

The Olympus Pen F ($1 200) is Instagram-ready, too: Add effects on the fly with dedicated dials on the front and back, which let you play with colour saturation or choose from preset filters, and upload with the help of built-in Wi-Fi.

Like a Polaroid on steroids

Pictures taken with instant cameras aren’t known for their realistic colour, but their faded, grainy look and real-time tangibility go hand in hand with today’s lust for all things analogue. And if you’re going instant, you can now skip the Polaroid and go with a Leica. (Yes, really!) The vintage-looking Sofort comes in mint, orange, or white, with a retractable 60mm f/12.7 Leica lens, built-in flash, and an optical viewfinder ($299). A cinch to operate, the camera features several preset modes, like “Party & People” or “Double Exposure,” and spits out textured keepsake prints on standard Fujifilm Instax cartridges or Leica’s own black-and-white instant film (featuring cream-coloured borders). It even amps up your selfie game, thanks to a reflector mirror on the front.

The DSLR that does it all

If taking best-in-class pictures is one of the reasons you travel, then you need to take a high-performance camera. Problem is, many of these are heavy and bulky. The Nikon D500 isn’t exactly an exception to the rule – its drop-, dust-, and water-resistant carbon-fibre body weighs almost 2 pounds – but it makes its pro-level competitors look like giants ($1,800).

Among its high-performance features are a precise, fast, 153-point autofocus; dual memory card slots (including a next-gen XQD 2.0 memory card slot for smooth and speedy continuous shooting, even with high-resolution images); and compatibility with a multitude of different lenses. With the D500’s 4K video shooting and inputs for both microphones and headphones, you can consider it your camcorder replacement, too.

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Car Accident Accountability, Right on Your Dashboard

October 6, 2016 by Editor/Archivist

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  • Create high-quality video in up to 1920 x 1080p resolution
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WhatsApp unveils new camera features

October 4, 2016 by Editor/Archivist

With WhatsApp’s new camera features, you can write or draw on photos and videos.

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WhatsApp has unveiled new camera features, which allow users to customize and enhance their photos and videos.

“With WhatsApp’s new camera features, you can now write or draw on photos and videos, as well as add emoji to express yourself,” it said.

“When you capture a new photo or video or share one that’s already on your phone, you’ll automatically see the new editing tools.”

The WhatsApp camera features support the front-facing flash, aimed at improving selfies.

“We’ve also added a zooming feature for recording videos – just slide your finger up and down to zoom in and out.”

The new features will roll out on Android phones immediately, and on iPhone soon.

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The best of Phokina 2016 – by New Atlas (Gizmag)

September 26, 2016 by Editor/Archivist

For the write up and 99 pix, go to:

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South Africa’s best and worst family restaurants in 2016

September 1, 2016 by Editor/Archivist

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South Africa’s best and worst family restaurants in 2016

New data shows that consumers in South African are still highly satisfied with their experiences at family restaurants in the country – but are less impressed than they were last year.

The latest South African Customer Satisfaction Index (SAcsi) for restaurants showed that Ocean Basket’s customers are the most satisfied customers with a score of 78.6 in the rankings, followed by Wimpy on 77.8.

Both of these restaurants rated on par with the industry average of 77.6 out of 100. Spur and Mugg & Bean received below average scores of on 77.0 and 75.7 respectively.

Consulta, the independent research company that compiled the index, surveyed just under 1,500 randomly selected customers of Mugg & Bean, Ocean Basket, Spur, Wimpy and other local restaurant brands.

The 2016 SAcsi for restaurants benchmarks and blends a Customer Expectations Index, a Service Quality Index, a Product Quality Index, a Perceived Value Index, and a Perceived Quality Index to achieve an overall result out of 100.

Between 2015 and 2016’s results, the whole industry dropped in terms of overall satisfaction.

# Restaurant 2015 Score 2016 Score
1 Ocean Basket 81.2 78.6
2 Wimpy 83.6 77.8
Industry Average 82.4 77.6
4 Spur 81.0 77.0
5 Mugg & Bean 81.5 75.7

The SAcsi provides a weighted average of the various aspects of a customer’s experience with a brand, the degree to which the product or service has met, fallen short of, or exceeded their expectations, and how well it compares to the respondents’ ideal of what they anticipate their experience to be.

Read: Best and worst fast food brands in SA

“South African restaurant-goers have really high expectations from the franchise restaurants they visit. Excellent value for money, top quality food, quick service and a great overall experience are usually on the menu of demands,” said Prof Adré Schreuder, CEO of Consulta. “If a restaurant can provide all of these, they will score well on the SAcsi.”

Customer expectations

Ocean Basket customers have the highest customer expectation, a measure of the customer’s anticipation of the quality of a company’s products or services, with an overall expectation of 80.4 out of 100, slightly exceeding the industry average of 80.0. Spur, Mugg & Bean and Wimpy expectations were in the same range (from 80.3 to 79.7).

The rise of social media and greater access to online news and information has made customers more aware of food and service trends globally, leading to a rise in customer expectations, Schreuder said.

“Restaurants have ever-higher standards to live up to, as consumers have become far more knowledgeable about food through shows like MasterChef, popular cooking and food blogs, social media, and South Africa’s own personality chefs and their globally recognised restaurants,” he said.

“Ocean Basket has tapped into these popular trends, offering new menu items such as tapas-style food, more grilled options, and salad and vegetable sides, while its new Mediterranean sushi menu offers broad family appeal. Ocean Basket’s consistency over the last three years has yielded great results for the brand in 2016.”

Perceived quality of service

In terms of measuring customers’ expectations of service quality, Ocean Basket again led the pack with a score of 82.8 followed by Spur with 82.3, Wimpy with 81.9, and Mugg & Bean with 79.8. The industry average in this category was 80.0.

“Customers inevitably compare the service and product that they experience with what they have come to expect from previous experiences at a restaurant, along with what the brand has promised in its communications,” said Prof Schreuder.

Perceived quality of products

The product quality index measures a customer’s satisfaction of their recent experience at a restaurant and is measured in terms of both customization and reliability.

Compared to the industry average score of 82.5, Ocean Basket and Wimpy both scored 82.7, followed closely by Spur. Mugg & Bean lagged its competitors and the industry average in this criteria.

Perceived value

According to Prof Schreuder, perceived value directly influences a customer’s satisfaction, and whether they will return to a particular brand in the future. Ocean Basket is perceived to offer the greatest value and leads with a score of 79.4, compared to the industry average of 77.6. Wimpy scored on par with the industry average, while both Mugg & Bean and Spur fell short of the industry average.

It is important to note that although perceived value is of great importance for an initial purchase decision, the impact typically diminishes for repeat purchases.

When asked whether customers were likely to recommend a particular brand to their family and friends, the popular metric used in this criteria is the Net Promoter Score.

The Net Promoter Score for Ocean Basket was 36.7%, that led its closest competitor (Spur) in this aspect with more than five percentage points.

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StandPLUS offers an alternative to the tripod

April 22, 2016 by Editor/Archivist

 

Ben Coxworth April 21, 2016

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The StandPLUS, all folded up (Credit: edelkrone).

 

 

 

 

 

Although tripods are an essential photography tool, the things can be a bit of a hassle. That’s why edelkrone has introduced the simpler StandPLUS, which the company emphasizes is not a tripod.

On a regular tripod, each of the three legs has to be extended and locked individually. Additionally, even in their telescoped-down state, full-sized tripods are typically still a few feet long, and can thus be rather awkward to carry.

By contrast, the StandPLUS simply unfolds to chest height and down again within a few seconds – when folded up, it measures about 20 inches (508 mm) long. A wheeled three-armed spreader on the bottom quickly also folds out to provide stability, with a piano-pedal-like foot stand being used to hold it in place.

While it does appear to be handy for indoor applications, the StandPLUS doesn’t look like it would do particularly well on uneven outdoor surfaces. Additionally, it’s not clear whether or not the camera can be panned, or if its level can be adjusted.

edelkrone informs us that the StandPLUS will be released this summer (Northern Hemisphere), at which time pricing will be announced. In the meantime you can see a short demo of it, in the video. – Gizmag

 

Source: edelkrone via Fstoppers
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Hasselblad now has a 100-megapixel 4K-shooting medium format camera

April 7, 2016 by Editor/Archivist

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Simon Crisp April 7, 2016

5 PICTURES The Hasselblad H6D-100c can shoot 100-megapixel stills and 4K video

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When Phase One announced it was launching a 100-megapixel CMOS full frame medium format back for its XF system, we didn’t think it would be too long before Hasselblad responded. The new H6D is that response, and the Swedish firm says the camera, which comes in 50 and 100-megapixel options and can shoot video at up to 4K resolutions, has been rebuilt with an all-new electronic platform.

The Hasselblad H6D-50c has a shooting rate of up to 2.5 fps The Hasselblad H6D-50c features a 50-megapixel CMOS sensor which offers 14 stops of dynamic range The Hasselblad H6D-100c uses a 100-megapixel CMOS medium format sensor The Hasselblad H6D-100c features a rear 3-inch touch-screen with a 920k dot resolution
Rather than simply improving on the existing H5D camera, Hasselblad says it has gone back to the drawing board with the H6D, with the result being an all-new medium format camera which offers a number of improvements, while retaining the modularity medium format that users expect. The camera will be available with either H6D-50c or H6D-100c digital backs, offering 50 and 100-megapixel shooting.

As there are a couple of differences between the H6D-50c and H6D-100c other than their megapixel count, we’ll start off by looking at what specifications the cameras share. This includes new-generation processors and a new electronic platform which has been designed to handle large file throughput with speed and ease. To cope with the large files there are dual card slots, with the cameras each taking one CFast card and one SD.

Around back there are 3-inch touch-screens with 920k dot resolutions and a stylish interface which looks like it’s come from a Leica T. The H6D cameras also feature a USB 3.0 Type-C connector for fast transfer rates and tethering, along with Wi-Fi connectivity. The duo have a shutter speed range of 60 minutes to 1/2000th of a second and are compatible with Hasselblad’s Phocus 3.0 image processing software and the H system lens line, which is getting an update to match the faster shutter speeds of the H6D.

Now to the differences. While the 100-megapixel count of the H6D-100c is obviously larger, so are the physical dimensions of its sensor. It measures 53.4 × 40.0 mm, meaning it offers an almost full field-of-view from medium format full frame lenses, just like that we saw in the Phase One XF 100MP.
The H6D-100c also offers 15 stops of dynamic range and has an ISO range of 64 to 12,800. The camera can shoot at speeds of up to 1.5 fps (frames per second) and brings 4K video capability to medium format, being able to shoot at up to 4K UHD at 30 fps.

Meanwhile, the 50-megapixel sensor of the H6D-50c measures 43.8 x 32.9 mm and offers 14 stops of dynamic range. Its ISO range is also a reduced 100 to 6,400, however, it does boast a faster shooting rate of up to 2.5 fps. Video recording is limited to 2K HD video at 30 fps.

As you’d expect of Hasselblads, the H6D cameras do not come cheap. Both are expected to be available in June with the H6D-50c priced at €22,900 (or US$26,000), and the H6D-100c €28,900 ($33,000).

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Nikon finally adds a new flagship APS-C DSLR with the D500

January 7, 2016 by Editor/Archivist

 

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SIMON CRISP GIZMAG JANUARY 6, 2016

The Nikon D500 is said to pack the performance of the new D5 into a compact …

Not content with launching its flagship full-frame D5 and revealing a 360-degree shooting action camera, Nikon has also outed a new flagship APS-C DSLR with the long-awaited D500. The camera is billed as packing the performance of the D5 into a compact, lightweight body.

The Nikon D500 will set you back US$2,000 body-only when it becomes available in March The Nikon D500 measures 147 x 115 x 81 mm (5.8 x 4.6 x 3.2 in) … The Nikon D500 features built-int NFC, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth At the heart of the Nikon D500 is a 20.9-megapixel APS-C DX CMOS sensor
The D500 is a camera we didn’t know if we’d ever see. Since the D300s back in 2009, the best new additions to Nikon’s APS-C DSLR range have been the D7XXX cameras, such as the D7200. But now the Nikon D500 looks like a true flagship crop sensor DSLR, and one which can give the Canon 7D Mark II a run for its money.

At the heart of the Nikon D500 is a 20.9-megapixel APS-C DX CMOS sensor which measures 23.5 x 15.7 mm. The sensor is paired with the same EXPEED 5 image-processing engine as in the Nikon D5. However, with the smaller than full frame sensor comes a more restrained ISO range of 100 to 51200 (though it’s still expandable to an impressive 1640000 equivalent).
On the speed front, the D500 offers continuous shooting at 10 fps (for up to 200 shots in 14-bit lossless compressed RAW) and features the same 153-point autofocus system (with 99 cross-type points) as the D5. This could make the camera a solid option for pros who want a more affordable second camera, along with sports and wildlife photographers, or enthusiasts who don’t want to compromise.

Video recording reaches all the way up to 4K UHD 3840 x 2160 at 30/25/24 fps, with Full HD 1080p frame-rates increasing to 60/50 fps. Of use to videographers will be the new 3.2-inch 2,359k-dot LCD monitor which is both tilting and a touchscreen, this is something we’ve been waiting some time to see on a high-end Nikon.

Build quality of the D500 puts it between high-end enthusiast models like the D7200 and thoroughbred professional cameras, like the D5, by featuring a magnesium alloy top and back panel. It also offers the same amount of weather sealing as the Nikon D810. The camera measures 147 x 115 x 81 mm (5.8 x 4.6 x 3.2 in) and weighs 860 g (1 lb 14.4 oz). Interestingly, there’s no built-in flash, and the D500 uses one XQD and one SD memory card.
Connectivity is a strong point of the D500 and it features Nikon’s new version of SnapBridge. This lets users connect the camera to a compatible smart device via built-in NFC, Wi-Fi and low-power Bluetooth, making it considerably easier to transfer images, or use the smart device to browse images stored in the camera, than many other high-end DSLRs.

The Nikon D500 will set you back US$2,000 body-only when it becomes available in March, or around $3,070 with a 16-80-mm F2.8-F4 kit lens, which will give a 24-120-mm equivalent in 35-mm-format because of the APS-C sensor.

Product page: Nikon D500

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Hit the braai for Christmas – recipes

December 21, 2015 by Editor/Archivist

Take the heat out of the kitchen this festive season and cook your main course on a braai outside, suggests Angela Day.

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Butterfly lamb with cherry glaze

Slow roast pork belly

Roast beef

Peri peri duck

Brined turkey with stuffing skewers

BUTTERFLY LAMB WITH CHERRY GLAZE

Serves 6-8

1.8kg deboned leg of lamb

60ml balsamic vinegar

15ml chopped garlic

15ml wholegrain mustard

45ml black cherry jam

15ml olive oil

45ml chopped thyme

45ml chopped rosemary

salt and pepper

fresh cherries for garnishing

roasted shallots and carrots to serve

Place the lamb in a strong plastic bag.

Combine the balsamic vinegar, garlic, mustard, jam, olive oil, herbs and seasoning and mix well.

Pour over the lamb and massage into the meat. Set aside to marinate for a few hours or overnight.

When ready to cook, bring the meat to room temperature. Prepare an indirect heat in a covered braai.

Place the meat in a disposable container and roast, basting frequently with the marinade, for 45-50 minutes or until the desired doneness.

Remove from the braai, cover with foil and rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh cherries and serve with roasted shallots and carrots if desired.

Place the remaining marinade in a small pot and bring to the boil. Simmer until thickened. Serve with the sliced meat.

SLOW ROAST PORK BELLY

500g baby onions, peeled and halved

4 apples, peeled, cored and quartered

30ml brown sugar

30ml honey

45ml olive oil

125ml chicken stock

30ml fresh thyme leaves

2kg pork belly

20ml sugar

10ml paprika

10ml fennel seeds

15ml ground cumin

5ml garlic salt

Place the onions and apples in a heatproof or tinfoil dish.

Mix together the brown sugar, honey, olive oil, stock and thyme and pour over the onions and apples.

Score the fat of the pork belly with a sharp knife in a diamond pattern.

Mix together the sugar, paprika, fennel seeds, cumin, garlic salt, salt and pepper.

Place the pork skin-side down on a cutting board and rub the sugar mixture evenly onto the meat, leaving the skin free.

Rub the skin with coarse salt.

Place the pork skin-side up on top of the onions and apples.

Prepare the braai for indirect method with the coals moved to either side.

Roast the pork for 2-3 hours with the lid on, checking occasionally. Add more liquid to the onions and apples if necessary to prevent burning.

Once cooked, place the pork under the grill for a few minutes to crisp up the crackling.

ROAST BEEF

2.3kg topside beef roast

60ml wholegrain mustard

30ml olive oil

250g streaky bacon or pancetta

SAUCE

60ml crème fraîche

15-20ml horseradish sauce

30ml chopped chives

Place the beef in a disposable roasting pan.

Combine the mustard, brown sugar, oil and seasoning and mix well. Rub this into the roast.

Place slices of bacon or pancetta over the roast. Secure with toothpicks.

Place in the covered braai and cook over indirect heat for about two hours or until cooked to the desired doneness.

Remove from the coals and cover with foil to rest for 10 minutes before carving.

Serve with roasted beetroot and hasselback potatoes if desired.

SAUCE: Combine all the ingredients and mix.

PERI PERI DUCK

Serves 4

1.8kg whole duck

60ml olive oil

zest and juice of 2 lemons

1 red chilli, deseeded and chopped

125ml peri peri sauce

Place the duck in a deep dish or strong plastic bag.

Combine all the ingredients together, pour over the duck, refrigerate and marinate overnight.

Remove the duck from the marinade, lay breast-side up in a foil container and roast in a preheated gas braai or on the braai using the indirect method.

Baste frequently with the leftover marinade.

Pour off the fat half-way through cooking and use to make roast potatoes.

Remove the duck, cover with tinfoil and allow to rest for 10 minutes before carving. Serve with crispy roast potatoes.

BRINED TURKEY WITH STUFFING SKEWERS

Serves 8-10

BRINE

2-3 litres of cold water

250ml salt

250ml sugar

2 oranges, sliced

15ml black peppercorns

1 cinnamon stick

2 star anise

30ml coriander seeds

15ml caraway seeds

a few whole cloves

30ml allspice berries

a few sprigs of rosemary

a handful of fresh thyme

TURKEY

1 medium turkey

100g butter

45ml Moroccan spice rub

STUFFING BALL SKEWERS

500g pork sausages

500g pork mince

1 onion, finely chopped

5ml chopped garlic

250ml breadcrumbs

60ml chopped fresh sage

250g streaky bacon

BRINE: Combine all the ingredients and mix well. Add the turkey, making sure it is submerged (add extra water if necessary). Cover, refrigerate and leave overnight.

The next day, rinse the turkey well and pat dry. Spatchcock the turkey by removing the back bone. This will help the turkey cook quicker.

TURKEY: Combine the butter, spice rub and seasoning and mix well. Smother the turkey with the butter.

Place in a disposable roasting tray and cook over an indirect heat for 2 hours or until the juices run clear when the turkey is pierced at the thickest part.

Keep basting with the pan juices during the cooking time.

Remove and set aside covered for 10 minutes before carving.

STUFFING BALLS: In a bowl, squeeze out the sausage meat from their casings and mix with the pork mince, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs and sage.

Season with salt and pepper and mix together well.

Make into balls and wrap each in a piece of bacon.

Place on a baking tray and bake at 180C for 10-15 minutes, until cooked.

Place on skewers and serve with the turkey.

NOTE: The stuffing balls can also be cooked over the coals.

The Angela Day cookery column is published in The Star, the Cape Argus, the Daily News and the Pretoria News.

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